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But I do like mikey's signature ... cracked me up!

Well, all of the boards with which I am familiar display a member's post count in their profile. It's a good indicator of not just number of posts, but several other things, as well.

And no offense, but some people here have always obsessed about post counts. May be something Freudian, I think.

If it's not broke, don't fix it, as Ann Landers used to say.

Sorry. Please count me as a negative. I find it interesting (although sometimes padded) and useful information.

I like the post count total. I look at mine in awe and wonder everyday. Plus, contrary to what my buddy mikey1003 said, I used my FT post count as collateral for a bank loan the other day.....
Seriously, I DO like showing post counts as it helps me put statements from posters in perspective. If I'm not familiar with a particular poster, his/her post total gives me an idea how experienced they are with FT. Since we can't "see" or "hear" each other on an IBB such facts as post total, join date, etc. help me understand where a poster is coming from.
And speaking as a moderator, single digit post counts are important as they indicate a newbie who should be welcomed and given an extra degree of help. I might not always notice the join date but a post count of 2 or 3 jumps right out. Plus single digit post counts help us recognize folks who have registered another handle for the sole purpose of trolling. Not that that would ever happen on FlyerTalk......
On another bulletin board I visit from time to time, they have two post count totals: On-Topic and Off-Topic. In the case of FlyerTalk, all posts in airline, hotel and other travel related Forums would be listed as "On-Topic" posts. Any posts in OMNI, Coupon Connection, ORP and other non-travel related Forums would be listed as "Off-Topic" posts. This sort of gives you an idea of how much value a particular poster has contributed to the bulletin board.

I like the idea of OMNI, CC, ORP, Spam, Talkboard, Suggestions not counting to post count.

Me too

I think that is an excellent idea and a great compromise.

Best idea I have heard all day. Also, Cholula raised some excellent points

I just felt like quoting Kiwi Flyer for the fourth consecutive milepost in a row.

Does this count as milepost padding?...

While this would de-evangelize me, I would support it -- under condition that we added Travel Security and Newstand to the lists.